Jacques Cousteau
Jacques Cousteau
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Awards and Recognition

Throughout his career, Jacques Cousteau received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions to oceanography, filmmaking, and environmental conservation.
Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
1956
Won for 'The Silent World' (Le Monde du Silence).
Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature
1957
Awarded for 'The Silent World'.
Emmy Awards for 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau'
Multiple Emmy Awards
Received multiple Emmy Awards for his television series, 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau', highlighting its success and impact.
United Nations International Environment Prize
1977
Awarded the UN International Environment Prize for his work in environmental conservation.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
1985
Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by U.S. President Ronald Reagan.
National Geographic Society's Centennial Award
1989
Received the National Geographic Society's Centennial Award for his outstanding contributions to exploration and conservation.